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Lisa Wright asked this question about Lessons in Chemistry:
Am I the only one who was furious about the pink chick-lit, rom-com cover on this book? It belittles the book in exactly the same way Elizabeth Zott is belittled!
Amelia I see some commenters are concerned about the cover art being mis-marketed. However, we should question the idea that a pink cover conveys that a book…moreI see some commenters are concerned about the cover art being mis-marketed. However, we should question the idea that a pink cover conveys that a book is not serious or well-written. Maybe this is an opportunity to rethink how you look at cover art and not be so quick to judge.

Why do we truly have an issue with a book with a pink cover or a colorful design? Let's be honest; Chick Lit is maligned specifically because the primary consumer of the genre is women. But really, like all books, Chick Lit has value because people buy it and it is meaningful or enjoyable to them.

I do not think it is insulting to Elizabeth. Elizabeth was offended by the men who assaulted her, spoke down to her, and didn't credit her for her work. She wasn't offended by the color pink. (less)
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